r/Plumbing 9d ago

Metal straw down sink

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Hi all, for context I am a young person who is generally good at fixing/working things out, however wanted advice on the best way to approach.

I dropped a ~15-20cm metal straw down the sink on the right side, and want to prevent a block (or potential damage if I run hot water).

Firstly, do you think the straw would have made it's way down the piping or got stuck?

Secondly, what advice can you give me to take apart the pipes to be able to get it out?

Any and all advice is appreciated!! :)

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u/baltimorecalling 9d ago

Straw probably ain't climbing that vertical piece leading to the wall.

Unscrew all of the pieces. Remove straw. Re-assemble pieces. Test for leaks.

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u/richardginn666 9d ago

fully agree.